Graduate Programme, Audit - Southampton (Sept 2027)

Location: Southampton, gb Department: ABS Employment Type: {'id': 'permanent', 'label': 'Full-time'}

Job Description

Why Start Your Career at S&W?

Starting your career is about more than just a job. It's about the people you learn from, the relationships you build and the experiences that shape you. Whether that's passing an exam, achieving a personal milestone or celebrating success with your colleagues, you'll be part of a team that's invested in your growth, celebrates your successes and supports you to be yourself.

At S&W, you'll be given meaningful work from day one, while having the support, training and encouragement to help you succeed. You'll learn by doing, working alongside experienced colleagues, contributing to real projects and developing valuable professional skills from the start. As your confidence grows, so will your opportunities, with plenty of support along the way.

As one of the UK's fastest-growing accountancy and advisory firms, we offer a balance of opportunity and support. You'll learn from people at every level of the business, gain exposure to a variety of clients, industries and experiences, and develop the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to build a successful career.

No previous experience in accountancy, finance or professional services is required. We're looking for people who are curious, motivated and ready to learn. What matters most is your attitude and desire to develop. We'll provide the training, support and opportunities to help you make the most of your potential.

The Audit & Assurance Team at S&W

Our Audit & Assurance team works with a diverse range of clients, from entrepreneurial and family-owned businesses to charities, not-for-profit organisations and larger established businesses across a variety of industries.

What sets Audit & Assurance at S&W apart is the breadth of experience you'll gain early in your career. You'll develop technical expertise, commercial awareness and a well-rounded understanding of how organisations operate, while working closely with experienced colleagues and gaining exposure to senior leaders and Partners. Together, this provides a strong foundation for a successful career in the profession.

What Will You Be Doing?

As part of our Audit & Assurance team, you'll work alongside colleagues to deliver services to a variety of clients. You'll be involved in different stages of an engagement, gaining insight into how organisations operate and the role assurance plays in building confidence in financial reporting.

Alongside your role, you'll study towards the Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA) qualification, a prestigious qualification equivalent to a Level 7 Master's degree. Through a combination of professional training and practical experience, you'll build a strong foundation in audit, accountancy and wider business advisory services. You'll be supported with funded training, dedicated study time and guidance from colleagues who have successfully completed the qualification themselves.

Your work will include

Analysing financial information

Testing processes and controls

Building relationships with client teams

Resolving audit and accountancy queries

Supporting a range of audit and accountancy projects

Whether you're based in one of our offices or working directly with clients, you'll contribute to meaningful work from day one while building the skills and confidence needed to become a trusted adviser.

To Be Successful in This Role

You'll be someone who

Is curious, eager to learn and open to new challenges

Enjoys working with others and building positive relationships

Has a keen eye for detail and enjoys solving problems

Is proactive and looks for ways to make a positive contribution

Takes ownership of their development and is motivated to achieve their goals

You'll also need to

Be committed to working towards the Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA) Level 7 professional qualification

Have obtained, or be predicted, a minimum 2:2 degree in any discipline

Have a minimum of 112 UCAS points from your top three A Levels (or equivalent), excluding General Studies

Have achieved a minimum Grade 5 (or equivalent) in GCSE English Language and Maths

No previous experience in accountancy, finance or professional services is required.

Your Learning & Development

We'll support you throughout your qualification journey with a leading UK training provider, dedicated study time and practical experience that complements your learning. You'll join as part of a cohort and benefit from a support network that includes experienced colleagues, a buddy and our Learning & Development team, helping you make the most of the opportunities available to you.

As a Colleague at S&W, You'll Have Access to Benefits That Include

Fully funded training towards professional qualifications

Competitive salary

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Pension contribution

Generous holiday package

Option to purchase additional holiday

Cycle to work scheme

Season ticket loan

Eye care support

Shared parental leave

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We are proud to value the differences that a diverse workforce brings, representative of society and our clients. At S&W we have a wide range of highly active employee resource groups and we’re delivering multiple diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives across the organisation. It is our commitment to provide a workspace where all colleagues, regardless of identity, background, or circumstance, feel respected as individuals and feel that they can achieve their full potential and work in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment.

We are happy to make any reasonable adjustments to accommodate for your needs throughout the application process. Please let your Recruiter know.

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